A Simple, Heartfelt Holiday Gift Guide (With Easy DIYs You’ll Actually Enjoy Making!)If you’re hoping to give gifts this year that feel thoughtful, meaningful, and a little more personal, this guide is for you. Whether you love getting crafty or you simply want ideas that spark joy and support wellness, I’ve gathered a few of my favorite DIY projects along with some gifts you can purchase and wrap in minutes. These are simple, doable, and perfect for busy moms, friends, teachers, neighbors – anyone who could use a little extra encouragement this season.
DIY Gift #1: Invigorating Shower Steamers
These fresh, spa-like shower steamers make mornings feel brighter. They’re easy to make, smell incredible, and look adorable tucked into a small jar with a ribbon or placed in a chiffon bag.
Ingredients:
1 cup baking soda
¼ cup water
24 drops essential oils
¼ cup water
24 drops essential oils
Instructions:
- Add baking soda to a bowl and mix in water.
- Stir until it starts to clump.
- Add essential oils.
- Adjust water as needed so it clumps without getting too wet.
- Press into silicone molds or a lined cupcake pan.
- Let dry several hours or overnight.
- Store airtight.
- To use, place one in the shower out of the stream for a refreshing scent.
Essential Oil Blend ideas:
- 24 Christmas Spirit
- 10 Peppermint + 14 Orange
- 12 Grapefruit + 12 Tangerine
- 10 Peppermint + 14 Eucalyptus
- 12 Citrus Fresh + 6 Peppermint + 6 Thieves
You can find all these essential oils HERE.
DIY Gift #2: Simple Clay Diffusers
These make beautiful ornaments, car diffusers, or small scented gifts to tuck into a drawer or closet. They’re charming, customizable, and smell amazing.
You’ll need:
Air-dry clay
Air-dry clay
Cookie cutter (or shape cutter)
Ribbon or cord
How to make them:
- Knead a small piece of clay until pliable. Roll to about ⅛" thick or shape by hand.
- Add food coloring if you’d like.
- Place on wax paper and use a straw or skewer to create a hole.
- Add designs with a skewer or light stamping.
- Let dry completely (usually 2–3 days).
- Sand edges lightly if desired.
- Add ribbon or cord.
- To use, add 1–2 drops essential oil and hang anywhere you want a fresh, clean scent.
Favorite oils: Peppermint, Orange, Thieves, Christmas Spirit.
You can find all these essential oils HERE.
Thoughtful Gifts You Can Purchase
If DIY isn’t your thing—or if you just need a few ready-made gifts—here are some of my personal favorites:
- Christmas Spirit Gift Set - I love this set, and it's packed so beautifully. A cute diffuser, Christmas Spirit essential oil blend (my favorite!!), and Christmas Spirit foaming hand soap make a wonderful, thoughtful gift for teachers, friends, coworkers, or anyone on your list.
- Winter Starter Bundle - (pictured on the left) New to Young Living? This is a great bundle to start with. Ask me for my discount code for newbies!
- Cookbooks by Danielle Walker (always a hit!)
- My favorite cozy pullover - Pictured at the top. It's perfectly oversized - I have a medium but could have worn a small, and it still would have been oversized. (Brick red is the color name - it's a nice salmony pink and so pretty - definitely not red!)
- A reliable stick blender for soups + winter recipes
- These Pasta/Salad Bowls - we LOVE these bowls and use them for nearly every meal!!
- My favorite mascara (the perfect stocking stuffer!)
Whether you’re crafting something special or wrapping up a thoughtful find, I hope this guide makes gift-giving feel peaceful and joyful this season. You don’t need anything extravagant—just something chosen with love.
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